Salary: Grade 14: Approx. £11923 - £12306 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 21 per week, term time only (38 weeks per year). There is some flexibility with working hours, but currently they are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8.30am – 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: Autumn Term 2026
Closing Date: Monday 7 September 2026
Interviews: Monday 14 September 2026
We are seeking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated school team.
Working under the supervision of the School Business Manager, the successful candidate will assist with all aspects of school finance as directed.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has excellent organisational skills to manage a varied workload with accuracy.
· Has good numeracy and IT skills and is confident working with financial systems and data.
· Can process financial transactions accurately, including invoices, orders and reconciliations.
· Can manage our school meal and Breakfast Club payment system.
· Can work independently and as part of a team, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines.
· Understands the importance of confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion.
· Has experience in a finance or administrative role (school experience is desirable but not essential).
In return we can offer:
· A working pattern in line with school holidays
· A supportive staff team
· On the job training
· A nurturing and inclusive environment for children and staff to flourish
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the Headteacher during the summer holidays to arrange an appointment by email at [email protected].
The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All posts are offered subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
For more information and an application form, please visit our school website www.oaklandsprimaryschool.co.uk .
Please note that applications submitted by CV will NOT be accepted.
Pay: £11,923.00-£12,306.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
